New Orleans (“N’awlins”) is a city and seaport in the northern Gulf of Mexico in the SE of the state of Louisiana, USA. Renowned for its lying below the level of the amazing Mississippi River, and the subsequent massive underground drainage system, it is surely one of the world's most fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and beyond, it has a brilliant mosaic of culture, architecture, food, and music. The birthplace of jazz, and with mansions that have featured in famous movies, Porthole Cruise Magazine Readers 2014 awarded the city Best North American Homeport. more info

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Fri 13 Nov 2020

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Sat 14 Nov 2020

Cozumel, Mexico

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Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula in SE Mexico. It has grown steadily over the years since Jacques Cousteau first put the island on the map as a sea turtle sanctuary. While it has great beaches, friendly people and safe streets, with prices comparable to other Mexican tourist destinations, most visitors travel to Cozumel to see what is under the water. However, there are Mayan archaeological ruins of interest at Tulum, Coba and Chichen Itza, the first two maybe within a day’s guided tour. more info

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Sun 15 Nov 2020

At Sea

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Mon 16 Nov 2020

New Orleans, USA

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New Orleans (“N’awlins”) is a city and seaport in the northern Gulf of Mexico in the SE of the state of Louisiana, USA. Renowned for its lying below the level of the amazing Mississippi River, and the subsequent massive underground drainage system, it is surely one of the world's most fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa and beyond, it has a brilliant mosaic of culture, architecture, food, and music. The birthplace of jazz, and with mansions that have featured in famous movies, Porthole Cruise Magazine Readers 2014 awarded the city Best North American Homeport. more info

Don't miss out on Carnival Valor over 4 exciting nights on the Carnival Valor cruise from New Orleans return exploring Panama & Central America. This cruise sails from New Orleans, the cruise will take you to 2 ports in 2 countries before returning to New Orleans. Your 3 star cruise from Carnival Cruises has 92 forward departures. Our exclusive specials start as low as $135 per person/day, twin share. So call now and get expert, friendly advice.

Carnival Valor Overview

Carnival Valor is based at the amazing city New Orleans (do spend a few days there!), and sails to the Western Caribbean over 4 or 5 nights. The shorter cruise gives a ‘break from the office’ and offers water sports, under-water sights, and relaxation at Cozumel in Mexico. The longer cruise calls also at Progreso, Mexico, again with water sports, markets and beach. Carnival Glory and Norwegian Getaway also sail from New Orleans, offering cruises the eastern and western Caribbean.

Accommodation

The cabin categories include interior staterooms, ocean view (portholes, picture window, and forward-looking floor-to-ceiling window), balcony (four grades, up to an aft wrap-around balcony), and suites (three grades). Eighty percent of the cabins are outside; 80 percent of those staterooms have private balconies. Each cabin has a gift amenity basket in its bathroom. All staterooms include flat-screen TVs, safe, mini-bar, beach towels, hair dryer, bathrobes to wear during your cruise, and Carnival Comfort Bed with plush mattresses, good quality duvets, linens and pillows. Standard cabins are a good size. Most with twin beds can be converted to king-size bed. Good design and soft lighting add to a feeling of spaciousness in interior staterooms.

Food and Dining

There are two principal dining rooms – Lincoln and Washington Restaurants – with a choice of fixed-time dining at two seatings, or flexible “Your Time Dining”. Dining assignments can be booked before the cruise. Menus change daily and service is excellent. Breakfast and lunch are open seating. Late morning Brunch is served along with a comedy presentation. Kids have their own menu. The lido buffet Rosie’s Restaurant is the expansive two-level poolside eatery, offering casual alternatives for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also on the pool deck is Mongolian Wok, a pizza station, and a deli. Come evening, most of Rosie’s grill stations close down to become Seaview Bistro. The Lido Restaurant buffet is the expansive two-level poolside eatery, offering casual alternatives for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also on the pool deck is a pizza station, deli, Asian food, and a great seafood cafe.

Entertainment

There is something for everyone. The Ivanhoe Theater spanning three decks presents large production shows and cabaret acts backed by a live show band. It has a revolving stage, hydraulic orchestra pit, and excellent sound. Seaside Theatre’s giant screen over the main pool shows sports events, music videos and films. Night is the time for late buffet snacks, R-rated comedy and One Small Step Dance Club. There’s the Lindy Hop piano bar, Paris Hot Lounge (jazz), and Winston’s Bar for afternoon tea and before-dinner drinks. There are 22 bars and lounges with décor from the great Impressionist painters.